055: Unveiling Awe: Discovering the Depths of Human Experience in Normandy responsible decision-making self-awareness social awareness Mar 03, 2024

Dr. Barbara Fredrickson eloquently defines awe as an encounter where one is "overwhelmed by greatness." In the picturesque landscapes of Normandy, France, I discovered firsthand the transformative power of awe.

In 2007, I embarked on a poignant...

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006: Both/And Perspective relationship skills social awareness May 11, 2021

I've been actively practicing deep listening for the past several years to better understand another's perspective. I say "deep listening" because when the topic is related to a core value or a previous "hurt," my initial response is to feel an...

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002: Being Called In responsible decision-making sel social awareness Oct 27, 2020

I’ve worn glasses since the third grade. I have sat in an optometrist’s chair 37 times and been asked, “Which lens provides the best view: 1 or 2? 2 or 3?” I am amazed at how much clearer things can become, even after...

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000: Beyond Hugs and High-Fives c a s e l relationship skills responsible decision-making s e l self-awareness self-management social awareness Sep 29, 2020

Last week, a district administrator shared a question a teacher asked, "So, how do I integrate SEL? Just hug the kids when they are upset? High five them as they walk into the room?"

Over the last fourteen years working as a consultant on social...

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